Nelson Lujan

Nelson Lujan — The Rapid Strike Pirate of the Chessboard

Better known online as Pirateando, Nelson Lujan navigates the chess seas with a blend of cunning, speed, and a spark of humor that makes every encounter a thrilling duel. Whether it’s blitz or bullet, he attacks with the precision of a seasoned corsair, always hunting for that sweet checkmate treasure.

Rating Highlights

• Peak Rapid Rating: 2202 (May 2024) — a swift rise for someone who clearly likes to keep things quick and dynamic.
• Peak Blitz Rating: 2231 (October 2021) — demonstrating an ability to dance through chaos with remarkable composure.
• Peak Bullet Rating: 2371 (September 2021) — proving that when the clock ticks furiously, Pirateando still sails smoothly.

Playing Style

Pirateando isn’t just about speed—his games average around 73 moves to a win, meaning he’s not just rushing to strike but enjoys navigating the labyrinthine depths of the game. He enjoys endgames (around 83% frequency!), proving that he has the patience of a true strategist, not just a speed demon.

Opening Gambits & Favorite Ships

From the safe harbor of the Caro-Kann Defense to the adventurous Sicilian Nyezhmetdinov Rossolimo Attack and the classic English Opening Symmetrical Fianchetto Variation, Pirateando commands an impressive fleet of well-armed openings. Some standout stats show a perfect 100% win rate in various sharp defenses and attack lines. However, the French Defense Classical Richter Attack hasn’t yet yielded treasure, so watch out for potential future raid adventures!

Statistical Booty

Nelson shines brightest against opponents below his rating, winning over 72% of those encounters, but against stronger foes, his win rate drops—because even the best pirates meet rival privateers who defend fiercely. His current longest winning streak stands at an impressive 12 games, and thankfully his tilt factor is low (a mere 6%), proving he keeps calm even when seas get rough.

Notable Victories and Battles

Among his opponents, Pirateando’s fiercest battles are with leancasella05 (51 games, 76% wins!), never letting the competition slack. He has also maintained a perfect win score against players like nicodicesarezoso and miguel_e, showing his tenacity. Even when the tides turned against "GM-OMAR83," Pirateando keeps his spirit unbroken, ready for the next skirmish.

Recent Heroic Conquest

In May 2024, Pirateando secured a brilliant win using the Caro-Kann Defense Exchange Variation, conquering nicodicesarezoso by resignation. The game displayed deft piece coordination and relentless pressure that left the opponent waving the white flag.

In Summary

Nelson Lujan, aka Pirateando, is a formidable chess "privateer", balancing swift strikes with sharp tactics and patient endgames. Whether sailing the rapid waves or dodging bullet fire, his stats and style promise exciting voyages on the 64-square battlefield. Watch this spot for ever more thrilling chess escapades!